After the Monster S4R debuted in 2004, Ducati immediately added to the lineup just a year later with the S2R. The bike borrowed many cues from its older brother like the striking trellis frame, single-sided swingarm, and double-stacked, right-side-only exhaust – but changed things up when it came to the engine by instead featuring a classic air-cooled two-valve.
Beyond that, the S2R still boasted a striking single-sided swingarm and some iconic Ducati colorways.
One of the biggest changes to the model came in the form of the ground clearance; Ducati increased the ground clearance for better cornering, requiring some significant modifications to the frame to accommodate for the routing of the intake ducts. By and large, however, the S2R made itself right at home in the Monster line, offering the premium components that one had come to expect of the Italian company. Some of the features included an inverted 43mm Marzocchi fork, Sachs rear shock with adjustable preload and rebound damping, and dual 300mm floating discs gripped by Brembo four-piston calipers.
As Motorcycle News put it: “The surprise isn’t what the S2R is – the 800 engine and S4R chassis/style are proven. The surprise is how well it all blends together and how affordable it is.”
This example is VIN: ZDM1RAAN16B082011. The seller acquired it ten years ago from a private party near Sacramento, California. “I purchased this bike with the intention of commuting in San Francisco. Not long after, my work situation changed and the commute became less practical compared to taking the ferry, so the bike transitioned into more of a weekend and backup rider.”
The odometer shows 14,875 miles.
“I purchased this bike for commuting in San Francisco and decided very quickly that was not a very safe way to travel everyday. Kept it because it was way more comfortable to ride and it was way more reliable than all the other bikes I owned. I used to collect 2 strokes and sometime I didn’t have time to tinker and just wanted to ride. I live on a dirt road in Pennsylvania now, sadly my street days are over except the track.”
Maintenance:
The seller provided an invoice from Desmoto-Sport in San Francisco, which states that based on the condition of the spark plugs and cam belts, the 12,000 mile service appears to have been done by the previous owner.
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection, drain the fuel tank, replace the rubber cover for the rear brake reservoir, flush the hydraulic fluids, clean/adjust/lube the chain, and replace the battery. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Ok (Age Unknown)
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Final Drive Condition: Cleaned, Lubed, Adjusted
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 80%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 70%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 41/15
Tire Date Code Rear: 46/13
Tire % Remaining Front: 80%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 60%
Tire Press. Front: 20 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 20 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: New 12.6V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.7V
Running Condition: Runs Well on Bench, Runs Well on Test Ride
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 2 Miles
Notes:
-Tires are out of date spec and should be replaced
-Belts should be replaced due to age
Modifications:
QD exhaust.
Integrated tail light.
Carbon fiber belly pan.
Aftermarket front turn signals.
Bar risers.
Adjustable levers.
ProGrip tank protector.
Frame sliders.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin Pilot Power tires with date codes of 4613 and 4115.
The sale includes one key and several spare parts: original exhaust, turn signals, brake light, and more.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Ducati is offered on a clean California title with registration currently due. The cost to bring the California registration current through April 2027 is $974.
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